Virginia Earth Science Inner and Outer Planets

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What is the asteroid belt?

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The asteroid belt is a region in space located between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter, containing numerous small rocky bodies.

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Which planets are classified as inner planets?

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The inner planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars. They are closer to the Sun and are primarily rocky.

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What is the acronym to remember the order of the inner planets?

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The acronym is 'My Very Educated Mother' which stands for Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

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What are the outer planets?

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The outer planets are Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. They are larger and primarily gaseous.

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What is the acronym to remember the order of the outer planets?

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The acronym is 'Just Serve Us Nachos Please' which stands for Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto.

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What distinguishes inner planets from outer planets?

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Inner planets are rocky and smaller, while outer planets are gas giants and larger.

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What is the significance of the asteroid belt?

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The asteroid belt is significant as it contains remnants from the early solar system and helps scientists understand planetary formation.

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What is the largest planet in our solar system?

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Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.

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What is the smallest planet in our solar system?

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Mercury is the smallest planet in our solar system.

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What is a dwarf planet?

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A dwarf planet is a celestial body that orbits the Sun and is similar to a planet but does not clear its orbit of other debris. Pluto is an example.